Canon BG-E2 Camera Battery Grip

Great Battery Life

Strengths: Vertical shutter release, long battery life, adds nice feel to the camera

I had a Canon Digital Rebel with battery grip for a little over a year so when I got my 20D I knew I had to get a grip. I did one or two shoots before I got my grip and didn't like how the camera felt in my hands. It feels much sturdier with the grip and I think I'm just used to it too. I've had no problems with this grip. I think it is one of the newer ones that has been fixed. I've never run...
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I had a Canon Digital Rebel with battery grip for a little over a year so when I got my 20D I knew I had to get a grip. I did one or two shoots before I got my grip and didn't like how the camera felt in my hands. It feels much sturdier with the grip and I think I'm just used to it too. I've had no problems with this grip. I think it is one of the newer ones that has been fixed. I've never run out of power when out shooting. I’ll shoot football games where I take about 700 pictures so it’s nice to not have to worry about it.

By 11210 - Nov 4, 2005

BG-E2 Battery Grip

Strengths: Mates very well with the Canon 20D. Takes AA batteries in case of emergency.Makes camera feel more balanced especially if you use heavier lens. Vertical shutter release is most welcome.

Weakness: Would need a new case for your 20D when this is installed.

Really like this especially for the price that I paid for it - $95 at Dell. Only wish is for a vertical tripod mount but I really can't complain. Now, I'd have to look for a camera bag that would fit my 20D besides my Domke F2.

By keyonman - Sep 25, 2005

If you take a lot of photos and it...

Strengths: Great for taking photos. 2 batterys, 2x the life! the AA batterys as well - helps if you're traveling and you're no where near a charger. The grip feels nice and strudy. Vert shots a plus.

Weakness: I'd of LOVED to see a screw for mounting the camera vertically on a tripod. But no dice! Also, a tad bit expensive for being a simple battery holder.

If you take a lot of photos and it bothers you to go into your camera bag while on a shoot, this is a great accessory. However, it's a bit on the overpriced side. There's no other alternative to get more battery life out of your camera. The vertical shooting buttons are very useful. My ONLY complaint is that I wish there were a screw for mounting the camera in a vertical position on a tripod. The...
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If you take a lot of photos and it bothers you to go into your camera bag while on a shoot, this is a great accessory. However, it's a bit on the overpriced side. There's no other alternative to get more battery life out of your camera. The vertical shooting buttons are very useful.

My ONLY complaint is that I wish there were a screw for mounting the camera in a vertical position on a tripod.

The grip is strudy and created solid. It adds weight to the back of the camera, which is great if you're putting on a zoom lens.

Plan on getting a new case, as your old ones are probably going to be too small.

By foolinator - Mar 7, 2005

I had battery grips with my D60...

Strengths: Easier to hold in both horizontal and vertical view, especially with longer lenses; More balanced feel; Two battery capacity; More "professional" look to the camera.

Weakness: Haven't noticed any major weaknesses.

I had battery grips with my D60 and than 10D. This time I decided not to buy a grip for my new 20D. But when I started using the camera, I realized immediately how much more comfortable grip was. I ordered mine and haven't regretted it yet. As an additional plus are revised controls which I find better then the old grip for 10D and AA-type battery adapter.

By Raplon - May 9, 2005

I got this so that i can take more...

Strengths: holds 2 lithium ion batteries or can take AA batteries as well

Weakness: none so far

I got this so that i can take more pictures without having to change batteries as often and because i can rotate the camera and use the extra button for taking pictures on vertical shots. definately works well for being able to hold your camera more steady on all pictures because you can hold the camera at two points where you have grips.

By skiorules - Jan 2, 2005